2013 Lincoln MKS Engine Problems

NHTSA component category: ENGINE · data through 07/12/2026

22Engine complaints

15.6%Of all 141 complaints

#3Most-reported category

Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.

How engine ranks on this vehicle

STEERING56 · 39.7%

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM25 · 17.7%

ENGINE22 · 15.6%

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM12 · 8.5%

POWER TRAIN9 · 6.4%

Share of the 141 complaints citing each category; one complaint can cite several. Full breakdown on the 2013 Lincoln MKS overview page.

What owners report

“Ford Port Richey overcharged for diagnosis. Claim on credit report still owe them. Same with Ferman Ford Clearwater overcharged key. Said need two in order…”NHTSA complaint 11514599 — filed 03/30/2023

“Sudden loss of power and deceleration. This happens intermittently and sets a code P2111 every time. Can drive for days between incidents and never know…”NHTSA complaint 11435536 — filed 10/05/2021

“THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 LINCOLN MKS. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE LOSS MOTIVE POWER AND STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS RESTARTED…”NHTSA complaint 11395411 — filed 02/09/2021

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Engine complaints by year filed

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2013 Lincoln MKS have engine problems?

Engine is the #3 most-reported problem area on the 2013 Lincoln MKS: 22 of 141 complaints on file (15.6%). Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects.

How many complaints does the 2013 Lincoln MKS have in total?

141 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/12/2026. Across all categories, 6 involved a crash, 4 involved a fire, 7 reported injuries, and 18 reported deaths.

What does NHTSA's engine category include?

NHTSA assigns each complaint to standard component categories; this page reports the ENGINE category exactly as NHTSA defines and records it.

About this data — Complaint figures on this page are consumer reports submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a U.S. government agency. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints; a complaint is not proof that a defect exists, and counts reflect what owners chose to report, not confirmed failure rates. Recall information comes from official NHTSA safety recall campaigns; recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Always check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. CarModelProblems.com is an independent site and is not affiliated with NHTSA or any vehicle manufacturer. Data through 07/12/2026.